あげる
Reading: あげる
Meaning: to give (to someone), to raise, to lift
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Example Sentence
友達 に プレゼント を あげる
I will give a present to my friend.
Usage Notes
Main meaning: to give something to someone (of equal or lower status). Also means to raise/lift. Part of giving/receiving verb trio (あげる, くれる, もらう). Can be used as auxiliary verb after て-form to show doing something for someone.
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